Island News
Evacuation order issued for Olowalu Village in West Maui due to brush fire
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- Evacuation order issued for Olowalu Village in West Maui due to brush fire
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- An evacuation order was issued for Olowalu Village due to a brush fire this afternoon. The evacuation zone spans from Ehehene Street to Luawai Street. The brush fire has led to the closure of Honoapiilani Highway from North Kihei to the area of the Old Olowalu Landfill.
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- Waipahu High School Arthur Awards homecoming tradition brings generations together
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- 2:07
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- 1 month ago
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- Homecoming at Waipahu High School is about more than football. Students and alumni come together for the annual Arthur Awards, a school tradition dating back to 1964 that celebrates school spirit, competition and what it means to be a Marauder.
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- Big Island residents prepare for Nolo after Hurricane Lala devastation
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- As Hurricane Nolo approaches, Big Island residents are preparing for another storm while still recovering from Hurricane Lala. Residents in Naʻalehu and Pahala recall the flooding and destruction from Lala, while the Red Cross prepares an overnight shelter in Ocean View.
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- Weekend Island Weather | Big Island faces heavy rain, flooding and strong winds as Hurricane Nolo
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- 4:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hurricane Nolo is expected to turn west and remain south of the main Hawaiian Islands, but the Big Island remains at risk for heavy rain, flooding and gusty winds. Maui County could also see significant rainfall.
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- HDOT crews clear roads and drains ahead of Hurricane Nolo
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii Department of Transportation crews are clearing debris, checking drains and inspecting bridges and streams ahead of Hurricane Nolo. Crews are paying special attention to known trouble spots, including slopes along the Hana Highway.
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- Grassroots group in Ka'u helps store supplies in remote neighborhoods ahead of Hurricane Nolo
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- With Hurricane Nolo tracking closer to Hawaii, residents across Kaʻu are preparing for potentially dangerous conditions. Grassroots groups are stockpiling essential supplies and opening homes and local hubs to help neighbors who may not be able to evacuate.
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- Maui prepares for Hurricane Nolo as Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Maui County remains under a Tropical Storm Watch as Hurricane Nolo approaches Hawaii Island. Officials have high-water vehicles staged in East and Central Maui and are urging residents and visitors to avoid unnecessary travel, especially to East Maui.
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- Hurricane Nolo nears the Big Island as residents continue recovery from Lala
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hurricane Nolo is approaching the Big Island as many residents are still processing the destruction and loss caused by Hurricane Lala. Residents in Na‘alehu and other communities are now preparing for another potentially dangerous storm.
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- Trump approves pre-landfall Presidential Emergency Declaration for Hawaii as Hurricane Nolo nears
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- President Donald Trump approved Hawaii’s request for a pre-landfall Presidential Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Nolo on Friday. The federal emergency declaration means the City and County of Honolulu and the Counties of Hawaii, Maui and Kauai will be provided federal assistance for emergency protective measures.
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- Best of Maui Winner: Hospice Maui Puts ʻOhana First
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Congratulations to Hospice Maui, a Best of Maui Viewers Choice Awards winner! 🏆🌺
When families need support, having someone there matters. With Hospice Maui, a real person on Maui answers the phone 24/7 — never an answering service.
But for Hospice Maui, the most meaningful recognition is much simpler: treating every person like family — like ʻohana.
Website: Hospicemaui.org
Phone: 808-244-5555
400 Mahalani St, Wailuku 96793
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- Best of Maui Winner Hospice Maui Busts 2 Big Hospice Myths
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hospice Maui is clearing up two common misconceptions about hospice care.
Congratulations to Hospice Maui for being named a Best of Maui winner and for caring for Maui families with compassion and aloha.
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- Nolo nears Hawaii: shelters open across Hawaii County now
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Shelters across Hawaii County, including the Ocean View Community Center, are now open and staffed by the Red Cross for residents seeking refuge as Tropical Storm Nolo passes through.
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- Legendary Jazz, Funk & R&B Festival Hits Hawaiʻi
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- An award-winning powerhouse with more than three decades in music is bringing his high-energy festival series to the islands for the first time. Get ready for two unforgettable nights of contemporary jazz, funk and R&B!
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — September 25, 2026!
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Know someone celebrating a birthday soon? Visit KITV.com, click “Birthdays” at the top of the page, fill out the information, attach a photo of the birthday celebrant, and click Submit.
Then tune in to Island Life Live and celebrate those you love with us!
Happy Birthday from all of us at Island Life Live!
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- Experience Japan in Comfort With Non-Stop Travel
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Explore Japan like never before with Non-Stop Travel’s 2027 Princess Japan CruiseTour. Begin with four or five nights discovering Tokyo, Hakone and Yokohama, then set sail aboard Diamond or Sapphire Princess to explore Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku, Okinawa, Korea and more. Experience Japan’s culture, scenery and iconic destinations—all with the convenience of a professionally managed land-and-cruise tour.
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- Moses Goods’ “Duke” Returns for Tour Finale
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- After sold-out shows across Hawaiʻi, award-winning Native Hawaiian storyteller and Chief of War actor Moses Goods brings his acclaimed one-person play “Duke” back for two special tour finale performances at Hawaiʻi Theatre on Sunday, October 18. The shows feature an opening musical set by the Liliʻu Project and celebrate the preservation of Native Hawaiian stories.
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- Dolly Parton Celebrated & Hawaiʻi Weather Update
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Celebrate the legendary Dolly Parton while staying up to date with today’s Hawaiʻi weather. Expect breezy conditions, clouds and passing showers across the islands, with more significant weather concerns for parts of Hawaiʻi Island. Stay tuned to Island Life Live for the latest updates, stories and weather.
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- Refresh Your Space at Lifestyle Maui
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Discover quality home furnishings at Lifestyle Maui, featuring Maui’s largest in-stock selection of furniture, including living room, dining room, bedroom sets and sofa sleepers. Get expert design help, free delivery on most items, and the designer look without the designer price.
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- Hawaiʻi Island Tackles the Fentanyl Crisis
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- 5:03
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Dr. Hannah Preston-Pita, CEO of the Big Island Substance Abuse Council and co-lead of the Hawaiʻi Fentanyl Task Force, joins Island Life Live to discuss a new KITV documentary highlighting community efforts to fight illicit fentanyl on Hawaiʻi Island.
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- Public Safety & Security Expo Brings Safety to Life
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- 3:54
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hawaiʻi Department of Law Enforcement Director Jared Redulla previews the Public Safety & Security Expo, happening September 26 at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center. The event brings together public safety professionals, community members and families for a look at safety technology, career opportunities, resources — plus fun and interactive activities
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- Stretch Lab Hosts Charity Pickleball Tournament and Wellness Expo
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- 5:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Pickleball is all the rage. Come play in a fun tournament to support Helping Hands Hawaii and also enjoy a wellness expo full of complimentary wellness experiences to play and feel better.
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- Hawaiʻi Weather Alert: Nolo Impacts Continue
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hurricane Nolo is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Hawaiʻi, with the greatest impacts expected on Hawaiʻi Island. Flooding, mudslides and dangerous conditions remain a major concern today and into the weekend. Stay informed and follow the latest official alerts.
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- Hawaiʻi Island Emergency Shelters Open
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- 4:23
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Emergency shelters are available across Hawaiʻi Island, including locations in Captain Cook, Nāʻālehu, Pāhala, Keaʻau, Honokaʻa, Hilo, Ocean View and Waimea. Check the latest updates before heading to a shelter.
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- Nolan Wells Case: Forensics Show Messages Deleted Before Parents Got Phone
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- New digital forensic evidence shared by the family of Nolan Wells reveals that Snapchat messages were deleted from the teenager's phone shortly after his death and before the device was returned to his parents. Wells was found dead near Mississippi's Horn Island two days after taking a 4th of July trip there with friends. The digital findings come just days after a Jackson County grand jury declined to indict anyone in connection to the tragedy, stating the circumstances were "consistent with drowning." However, the state medical examiner officially classified both the cause and manner of Wells' death as undetermined. The family’s attorneys argue the deleted data raises significant questions about what happened on the island. The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office has not yet commented on the new forensic claims.
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- Sluggish Sales Prompt McDonald's To Launch $8.5 Billion Overhaul
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- McDonald's is investing $8.5 billion in a massive turnaround plan dubbed "NEXT" after rival Burger King's U.S. sales growth outpaced the golden arches by the widest margin in over a decade. The fast-food giant attributed its recent slump to poor customer service, ineffective promotions like a recent World Cup deal, and widespread customer fatigue with self-checkout kiosks. To win back diners, the comprehensive new plan features AI-assisted kitchens to speed up service, expanded dining rooms and play areas, and a menu pivot catering to the 60 million Americans seeking higher-protein options. McDonald's will begin testing burger and chicken bowls, egg bites, and new grilled chicken options. The global overhaul officially kicks off on October 5 with a massive initiative to retrain 2 million employees worldwide.
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- Wild Chase: Florida Man Steals Car Outside Hospital, Hits Police Vehicle
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A patient undergoing a medical evaluation at a hospital near Miami carjacked a woman and led police on a destructive high-speed chase. The suspect, who was reportedly under a temporary psychiatric hold, stole the woman's vehicle outside the medical facility and fled the scene. During the chaotic pursuit, the suspect struck a police vehicle and nearly collided head-on with another officer's cruiser. Florida Highway Patrol troopers executed three precision immobilization technique (PIT) maneuvers to finally stop the fleeing driver. After the vehicle was spun out and hit the curb, officers were able to pull the suspect from the car and place him in handcuffs. First responders assessed the carjacking victim at the scene and transported her into the hospital for care. The suspect now faces several serious charges, including burglary, battery, carjacking, and fleeing and eluding.
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- Willie Nelson Wants To Be Reincarnated As A Rodeo Cowboy
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- 1:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- In a deeply personal new interview, 93-year-old country music icon Willie Nelson opened up about his harrowing battle with COVID-19 in 2022. Nelson revealed that the illness left him feeling so terrible that he "wanted to punch out" and asked his wife, Annie, to let him go. She fiercely refused, telling the legendary singer, "If you die, I'll kill you." Nelson also shared his candid thoughts on mortality and what happens after death, stating he believes that energy continues and life never truly ends. Embracing the concept of reincarnation, Nelson noted that he isn't afraid of the end of his current journey—and added with a smile that when he comes back, he hopes to return as a rodeo cowboy.
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- President Trump And Xi Jinping Share Tea, Visit National Archives
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed Chinese Leader Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, to the White House on Friday to conclude the final day of their state visit. The two couples gathered for tea before heading to the National Archives to view historic American documents, including the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. The Friday meeting followed a high-profile state dinner hosted at the White House on Thursday evening. Speaking on the diplomatic engagements, President Trump stated that he and the Chinese leader have successfully forged a friendship during the visit.
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- Hawaii Tourism Conference day 2 focuses on sustainable future
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- State officials and major hospitality leaders are meeting for day two of the 2026 Hawaii Tourism Conference, focusing on building a more responsible and sustainable tourism industry — with a push to get more local products in front of visitors.
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- Hilo residents on edge, stocking up ahead of incoming storm
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hawaii Island residents are stocking up and bracing for what's ahead.
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- Long Island 13-year-old accepted into NYU master's program
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A 13-year-old from Long Island has been accepted into a master's degree program at NYU — one of the youngest students ever admitted — after overcoming a leukemia diagnosis and completing high school at age 11.
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- Kauai CC steps up for students struggling after Hurricane Lowell
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Kauai Community College hosted a recovery event for students impacted by Hurricane Lowell, offering resources and community support after preliminary surveys showed 80 percent of students had their coursework disrupted.
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- Hawaii food banks prep for Nolo and advise which food to stock up on
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Food Banks across Hawaii are bracing themselves as Nolo nears. With the state under a Hurricane Watch, the community is being asked to replenish their emergency kits before the storm hits.
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- "I'm scared": Hilo mom preps kids for the worst
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- "I'm scared. I have two kids ready for anything." A Hilo mom's storm prep is a reminder to check your own supplies now.
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- Hurricane Nolo strengthens as busy Pacific season hits Hawaii
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- 5:59
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- As an already busy hurricane season continues to impact Hawaii, the Director of NOAA's National Hurricane Center is weighing in on the latest data as Nolo strengthens.
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- Hawaii food banks prep for Nolo and advise which food to stock up on
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Food Banks across Hawaii are bracing themselves as Nolo nears. With the state under a Hurricane Watch, the community is being asked to replenish their emergency kits before the storm hits.
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- Unknown odor on Honolulu-bound flight from LA leaves multiple flight attendants feeling sick
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Seven flight attendants were reportedly left feeling sick on Thursday afternoon due to an unknown odor on an Alaska Airlines flight arriving at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. The source of the odor on the flight has not been determined at this time.
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- Kaʻu residents brace for severe weather from Nolo after Hurricane Lala
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Just weeks after Hurricane Lala damaged homes, roads and businesses in Kaʻu, residents are facing another potential major storm. Some families say they are still grieving and recovering while trying to prepare for flooding and hurricane-force winds.
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- Big Island resident scrambles to find flight home as Hurricane Nolo approaches
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A cancelled flight out of Honolulu has left one Big Island resident scrambling to find another way home before Hurricane Nolo arrives. She said later flights are available, but getting home sooner has been difficult.
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- Aloha Friday Weather Forecast | Nolo strengthens to Category 1 hurricane
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- 4:23
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nolo has strengthened to a hurricane this afternoon and quickly reached maximum sustained winds of 75 mph. Nolo is about 270 miles south of South Point and is moving north-northeast at 5 mph. The storm is expected to move faster toward the north-northeast later tonight through Friday before making a sharp westward turn Saturday just south of the Big Island.
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- Big Island officials prepare for Nolo after lessons from Hurricane Lala
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- As Nolo strengthens south of Hawaii Island, county and state officials are putting lessons from recent storms into action, particularly in communities that saw significant flooding and infrastructure damage.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — September 24, 2026!
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Celebrating all our September birthday babies on this special day! 🥳💐Know someone celebrating a birthday soon? Visit KITV.com, click “Birthdays” at the top of the page, fill out the information, attach a photo of the birthday celebrant, and click Submit.Then tune in to Island Life Live and celebrate those you love with us! 🎈🌴Happy Birthday from all of us at Island Life Live
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- Elijah Lagafuaina, Grayson West, & Darian Tellez: "I Thank God"
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- 4:33
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Experience a powerful performance of “I Thank God” by Elijah Lagafuaina, Grayson West, and Darian Tellez of Inspire Worship. 🙏🌺
A moving song of faith, hope, and devotion — watch the full performance on Island Life Live!
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- The Sound of Inspire
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- 7:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Inspire Worship closes out the Island Life Live feature with a special live performance in celebration of Inspire Church’s 25th Anniversary, giving viewers a glimpse of the worship they’ll experience during Anniversary Weekend.
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- Serving Hawaiʻi Through Outreach
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- 4:58
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- For Inspire Church, ministry extends far beyond Sunday services. Through Share Aloha, Inspire serves communities across Hawaiʻi through food distributions, school supply drives, support for kūpuna, community events, partnerships, and other practical expressions of care.
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- A Legacy of Lives Changed: Nick + Abriena’s Story at Inspire
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- 4:53
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Inspire’s 25-year story is ultimately a story about people. Nick and Abriena share how their individual journeys at Inspire became one shared story, from finding community and experiencing personal transformation to meeting, getting married, building a family, and now serving together.
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- Fun For The Whole Family! Special Inspire Anniversary Celebration on 9/26 – 9/27!
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- 4:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Inspire Church is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with a special weekend honoring all God has done over the past 25 years while looking ahead to the future. Pastor Mike and Pastor Lisa share what guests can expect, why this milestone is meaningful, and an invitation for the entire community to celebrate with the Inspire family.
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- “I NEED JESUS” — MUSIC VIDEO!
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- 4:17
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Pastor Mike and Pastor Lisa Kai share a powerful performance of “I Need Jesus” from Inspire Church. 🙏🌺
They also take us through Inspire Church’s incredible journey — from 60 people at Waikele Elementary School in 2001 to 25 years of faith, growth, and ministry across Hawaiʻi.
✨ Watch their performance and hear their inspiring story on Island Life Live!
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- Inspire Church Celebrates 25 Years!
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- 6:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Pastor Mike and Pastor Lisa Kai share the story of Inspire Church, from its beginnings in 2001 with just 60 people at Waikele Elementary School to 25 years of growth and ministry across Hawaiʻi. They reflect on the early days, defining moments along the journey, and the heart that has remained the same through every season.
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- New Kailua childcare center opens for keiki 6 weeks and up
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The YMCA of Honolulu held a Hawaiian Blessing for its new Infant & Toddler Care Center and Preschool at St. John Lutheran Church in Kailua, offering full-day care and early learning for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years.
